Great Wall Motor (GWM) plans to enter the high-performance vehicle market with its first hybrid supercar in 2027. The company chairman, Wei Jianjun, confirmed the project is moving toward commercialization after years of development. The vehicle is expected to make its formal debut by the end of 2026.
The supercar will likely feature a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine combined with a plug-in hybrid system. GWM has previously targeted an output exceeding 1,200 horsepower for the model. The engine is part of the company's GF high-performance architecture, which is designed for both road-going supercars and GT3 race cars.
Development of the vehicle has been ongoing for approximately five years, with the team facing challenges in creating a carbon-fiber cockpit. The project represents a strategic shift for GWM, which currently focuses on SUVs and pickups under brands like Haval, Wey, Tank, and Ora.
GWM reported a 15.87% year-on-year decline in total vehicle sales for October, totaling 120,374 units. However, its new energy vehicle segment saw growth, with sales rising 7.25% to a record 49,499 units, representing 41.12% of the company's total monthly volume.
